Middle School Language Arts Teacher (AMS Little Rock) 26-27

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science

Middle School Language Arts Teacher 2026–2027

Location: AMS Little Rock

Compensation Range: $53,314 – $59,444 (based on verified full-time teaching experience)

Position Overview

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities.

AMS Arkansas represents our first expansion beyond Arizona, and we are excited to serve students and families in the Little Rock community. We believe in high expectations, rigorous instruction, and strong relationships to develop students into confident, capable learners.

AMS is seeking a passionate, data-driven Middle School Language Arts Teacher to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and strengthen students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Achievement

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned ELA instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, including students performing above and below grade level
• Build strong literacy skills, including reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and analysis
• Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instruction and interventions
  
  

Classroom Culture & Student Support

• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment
• Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies
• Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development
  
  

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders
• Engage in data analysis cycles to improve student outcomes
  
  

Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
• Lead conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Language Arts, or related field OR
• Valid state teaching certification in a relevant subject area OR
• Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
  
  

Additionally, Candidates Must

• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Show commitment to serving Title I and diverse student populations
• Demonstrate a data-driven instructional mindset
• Exhibit professionalism, collaboration, and initiative
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or related field
• Prior middle school teaching experience
• Arkansas state teaching certification
  
  

Background Requirements (Arkansas)

• Arkansas State Background Check
• Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check
• Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) required background clearance and fingerprinting
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term success:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Optional vision coverage
• Performance bonuses
• Stipend opportunities for tutoring and extracurricular leadership
• Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
  
  

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!